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As 2014 winds to an end, it's time to test your memory and see if you were paying attention to the passing parade of pop culture. See how you do. Challenge your friends. And always pay attention to pop culture. (To take the quiz interactively, click here.) 1. In January, a nationwide shortage of what food item caused a small-scale panic among American snackers? (a.)Velveeta cheese (b.)Twinkies (c.)Marshmallows (d.)Cocktail weiners 2. What Midwestern city became a hot topic on social media outlets after Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning began using it as his key word while calling signals during the NFL playoffs? (a.)Topeka (b.)Kankakee (c.)Omaha ...

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As 2014 winds to an end, it's time to test your memory and see if you were paying attention to the passing parade of pop culture.
See how you do.
Challenge your friends.
And always pay attention to pop culture. (To take the quiz interactively, click...

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